And if there is a vacancy pattern, you'll see it over the long haul.I have many friends who own rentals who can't crunch the numbers to save their lives.

I stipulate that they must must not have any previous evictions, criminal background, or any type of pattern of behavior that would suggest they might cause problems such as disturbing the peace, disorderly house, etc.

With that said, your intent in acquiring your rentals were for investment purposes, not short term profit accumulation or engaging on in a pattern of ordinary business.

Everyone has the up-most integrity and Nick and his staff aren't afraid to kick someone out of the group and blacklist them if they exhibit a repeat pattern of unethical or shady work. 

While there, consider finding a professional researcher who may be willing to do the work for you at a reasonable charge, since they may be pulling files for others, too.After you've looked at a lot of these type files you'll begin to see patterns.

People in Vegas try to see patterns at roulette.

Low points disqualify, medium points puts them in a holding pattern to keep digging and verifying and see if someone better comes along, high points gets an offer.  

Ask neighbor if there is activity and if so, any patterns. 

The typical pattern is tons of deferred maintenance, free and clear, and no seller distress.  

hey @Jon Klaus Quick question, how do you come up with demographics for these areas and job growth. as you can tell I'm new at this and I'm just starting to figure all this out. what type of research do you do to come up with the figures about the cities and migration patterns. thanks in advance